Six state employees resigned this week as investigators probe suspected overtime abuses, a Boston 25 investigation found.

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell sued UnitedHealthcare, alleging the insurer misclassified senior‑care patients and secured at least $100 million from MassHealth. The filing could reshape state Medicaid oversight as budget pressures mount.

After a 33-6 vote, the Massachusetts Senate agreed to hand a narrow set of financial records to Auditor Diana DiZoglio, but legal fights and House resistance continue.

A new Education Department push to speed college mergers and relax owner liability could give private equity a clear path to buy struggling private colleges.

The Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ+ Advancement is listed as a supporter of a June 17 "Trans Period Pride" event at the Boston Public Library, drawing online backlash and national attention.

The DOJ sued Maine, arguing the state’s pause on confidential plates for federal agents unlawfully singles out federal law enforcement and endangers undercover operations. The state says its program protects residents.

Mayor Wu rolled out a glossy business‑recruitment push, but IRS and Census data show residents and dollars are still leaving Massachusetts.

Governor Maura Healey refused a DOJ demand to reverse an RMV rule that bars ICE from confidential license plates, setting up a possible federal‑state legal clash.

Mayor Jake Wilson cut 29 city positions to close a $5.4M shortfall. Non-union staff and organizers pushed back as the mayor prepares a new budget for the council.

Mayor Michelle Wu backed a bill that would let Massachusetts cities opt in to later 'last call' hours and temporary public-drinking districts for the World Cup summer. The measure is time-limited and faces a tight timeline before mid‑June matches.

House Judiciary Republicans asked Boston police, the Suffolk DA and the sheriff for records on ICE detainers, training and bond policies with a June 10 deadline.

Regulators approved virtual scratch tickets and two new daily numbers games for the Massachusetts iLottery, clearing a path for the site and app to launch this summer. Officials project meaningful early revenue for state programs.

The Massachusetts Life Sciences Center has moved to reclaim tax incentives from 17 companies that missed hiring commitments, naming firms including Novartis and PathAI. The step underscores tighter enforcement of jobs‑based awards.